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Pia Damgaard

Pia Damgaard

Amsterdam

Summary

Former family lawyer and current Psychology Master's student with a passion for helping people. I combine great analytical skills with a calm, empathetic and constructive approach to help people navigate though difficult periods in their life and support them in their personal growth.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

MSc Health & Medical Psychology

Leiden University
02.2024 - Current
  • Relevant courses: Cognitive Behaviour Interventions, Therapeutic Skills, Trauma & Mental Health, Designing Interventions for Behavioural Change
  • Master thesis subject: Work engagement; motivation, commitment and stress

BA Psychology

Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam
2019 - 2022
  • Specialisation: Clinical Psychology
  • Graduated Cum Laude (with distinction)

LLM Master of Law

King's College, London
- 2001

BA & Master's Degree, Law

University of Copenhagen
- 2000

Languages

Danish
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
German
Elementary
A2
Dutch
Elementary
A2

WORK HISTORY

Family Lawyer, Partner 

Kirby & Co Solicitors, London (2008 - 2019)

  • Specialisms: Divorce, separation, financial settlements, child custody, child protection, abduction, domestic violence
  • Responsibilities: Legal advice and representation in a wide range of family law related disputes, negotiating settlements, practical and emotional support to vulnerable clients, liaising with authorities and other professionals including psychologists, doctors and police officers
  • Reported case: RS vs SS [2013] EWHC B33 (Fam). Represented the applicant father in court case setting a precedent in child custody disputes


Previous employment  

  • Trainee lawyer, Hodge, Jones & Allen, London (2005 - 2008)
  • Paralegal, Metropolitan Police, London (2004)
  • Legal & Consular Officer, Danish Embassy, London (2001 - 2003)

competences

  • Compassionate
  • Analytical and organisational skills
  • Collaboration and time management
  • Thriving for continued professional development

Timeline

MSc Health & Medical Psychology

Leiden University
02.2024 - Current

BA Psychology

Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam
2019 - 2022

LLM Master of Law

King's College, London
- 2001

BA & Master's Degree, Law

University of Copenhagen
- 2000
Pia Damgaard